Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
rhombopilosa
ID:
1300642

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mannoni & Boiteau

Source:
tro

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 13: 153 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299980

Common Names

  • Kalanchoe rhombopilosa
  • Diamond-leaved Kalanchoe
  • Rhombopilosa Kalanchoe

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Description

Kalanchoe rhombopilosa (also called 'Rhomboid Kalanchoe', among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant native to Madagascar. It is a low-growing plant with small, round, fleshy leaves. It grows in rocky areas, meadows, and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Kalanchoe rhombopilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating wounds, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kalanchoe rhombopilosa has yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kalanchoe rhombopilosa can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be watered when the soil is dry. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Kalanchoe rhombopilosa

Kalanchoe rhombopilosa is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is often grown as an ornamental plant in gardens and greenhouses.

Kalanchoe rhombopilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kalanchoe rhombopilosa?

Kalanchoe rhombopilosa

What is the common name of Kalanchoe rhombopilosa?

Rhomboid-pilose Kalanchoe

What is the natural habitat of Kalanchoe rhombopilosa?

Madagascar

Species in the Kalanchoe genus

Kalanchoe angolensis, Kalanchoe antennifera, Kalanchoe cherukondensis, Kalanchoe bogneri, Kalanchoe brachyloba, Kalanchoe bhidei, Kalanchoe chevalieri, Kalanchoe welwitschii, Kalanchoe velutina, Kalanchoe inaurata, Kalanchoe humifica, Kalanchoe humilis, Kalanchoe hauseri, Kalanchoe hametorum, Kalanchoe lokarana, Kalanchoe leblancae, Kalanchoe lindmanii, Kalanchoe longifolia, Kalanchoe lubangensis, Kalanchoe latisepala, Kalanchoe laciniata, Kalanchoe laetivirens, Kalanchoe lanceolata, Kalanchoe lateritia, Kalanchoe craibii, Kalanchoe crenata, Kalanchoe deficiens, Kalanchoe curvula, Kalanchoe cymbifolia, Kalanchoe campanulata, Kalanchoe faustii, Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi, Kalanchoe fernandesii, Kalanchoe flaurantia, Kalanchoe delagoensis, Kalanchoe dinklagei, Kalanchoe farinacea, Kalanchoe elizae, Kalanchoe scapigera, Kalanchoe schliebenii, Kalanchoe sanctula, Kalanchoe salazarii, Kalanchoe rosulata, Kalanchoe tetramera, Kalanchoe teixeirae, Kalanchoe ndotoensis, Kalanchoe richaudii, Kalanchoe montana, Kalanchoe olivacea, Kalanchoe manginii,

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8901891: Based on the initial data import
Pierre Boiteau (1911-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiteau' in the authors string.
Octave Mannoni (1899-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mannoni' in the authors string.